Kindred
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Join thousands of home swappers in San Diego

  • Members-only home swapping community
  • Access 100,000+ curated homes worldwide
  • No membership fees. Travel from $35/night
  • Renters & owners welcome

Is my home a fit?
Light-filled home office in New York with a skylight and garden view—capturing a remote worker’s experience made possible through home swapping, a flexible and budget-conscious alternative to rentals.
A breathtaking view of European rooftops at sunset, shared by a traveler experiencing home exchange—an immersive way to explore new destinations while staying in real homes.
A rustic red A-frame cabin tucked in the woods, highlighting the adventure of house swapping—offering a sustainable and budget-friendly way to travel off the beaten path.
A lively dinner gathering in Madrid, showcasing the connections made through home exchange—where travelers find welcoming spaces and shared experiences beyond hotels.

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Verify your home and travel up to 5 nights before you host.

How it works

  • Apply and get verified

    You must verify that you have an eligible home in order to qualify. Once verified, new members can try Kindred and book up to 5 nights before they host.

  • Book available homes

    Spend your 5 nights at any one of 100k+ member homes worldwide. Only pay a cleaning and service fee per trip.

  • Host to earn travel credits

    Host vetted members while you’re away and earn 1 night of travel each night you host. You approve who stays and we take care of all logistics.

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Enjoy a stress-free family holidays with Kindred home swaps, where essentials like cribs, high chairs, and toys are already provided. No need to overpack like you would for a hotel or Airbnb—just bring your family and relax in a home that’s ready for your little ones.

Travel for a fraction of the cost

  • No membership or nightly rental fees
  • Only pay cleaning & service fee per trip
  • Stay in curated homes, for 1/5th of the price of a hotel or rental
Kindred guest essentials kit placed on neatly folded towels atop a crisp white bed, highlighting the thoughtful amenities provided for a seamless home swapping experience.

Never leave your home empty

  • Taking a trip? Don't let your home sit empty, host vetted members while you're away
  • Earn 1 night of travel each night you host
  • You approve who stays
Charming dining area with a wooden table, woven chairs, and a crystal chandelier, bathed in natural light and adorned with fresh flowers, creating a warm and inviting space for Kindred guests.

Host with confidence

  • Every guest is also a host, so everyone has mutual accountability
  • No need to remove personal belongings when hosting in your home
  • Kindred takes care of all hosting logistics and offers 100k in damage protection

We’ve got you covered

  • Professional cleaning

    Don’t worry about prep. We cover deep cleanings before your guest arrives and after they leave.

  • $100,000 host protection

    Each home is fully protected in case of any accidents.

  • Concierge support

    Our dedicated team is always around to answer questions and solve any problems during your trip.

Elegant living space featuring a cozy reading nook with a wall-to-wall bookshelf, warm lighting, and modern furnishings, perfect for Kindred home swapping guests.

  • Trip protection

    In case of a last minute cancellation by the host, Kindred has a trip protection guarantee to support getting you into alternative accommodations.

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  • Liability insurance

    All members are automatically covered by our supplemental general liability insurance at no extra cost. So you’re covered in case of any accidents in your home.

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Questions? We’re here to help

Can I use Kindred if I am a renter, not a homeowner?

Absolutely! Because there is no cash exchange between members, using Kindred is not the same as listing your home on a short-term rental website. It’s more similar to letting a friend stay in your home while you’re away. If in doubt, we recommend checking your rental contract or asking your landlord.

Is there a membership commitment?

There are no minimum hosting requirements or membership fees. Whether, when, and with whom you swap with is entirely up to you! All new members can book up to 5 nights when they join, so you can apply and and try the platform first before making a decision.

Can I buy credits?

No, you can’t buy credits on Kindred. Kindred is strictly “give-to-get”. This makes sure everyone on the platform is contributing equally and keeps our sharing economy running. You can earn credits by hosting and or by referring other members.

Is hosting the only way to earn credits?

There are two main ways to earn credits on Kindred: hosting and referring. For every night you host, you earn one credit. For every friend you refer who is accepted, you earn two credits. If you’re light on credits, you can also arrange a 1:1 swap with the member at the same time, so that neither of you need to use any credits (they cancel out!).

How does pricing work? Is it free to host?

When you book a trip, you only pay a cleaning and service fee per trip. The cleaning fee covers the cost of cleaning your host’s home before and after your trip, while the service fee covers trip support, travel protection, and arranging all the the logistics that go into making a Kindred trip possible. Hosting on Kindred is completely free and seamless. We’ll coordinate all cleanings and handle all end-to-end logistics of the trip.
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